How can I make these build videos better? Let me know ! New merch on stapletonautoworks.com

@vaultofbs3042

18 күн бұрын

Hey Mitchell I'm watching what I missed. There's some great videos on how to use paper and transfer the angles you need to cut on pipe.

@vaultofbs3042

18 күн бұрын

The braiding on race car lines suck my man. I was always bleeding working on Barney McRaes car. 😅

@Cobra-Scott

18 күн бұрын

Videos are already the best!!!

@pamfrombrentanos9537

18 күн бұрын

R07 :P

@dawsonburrell9754

18 күн бұрын

Been waiting for this one! Love it!

The look on Mitchell's face....... priceless

@artmccartan4911

18 күн бұрын

I thought he looked kind of waked and baked

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

@@artmccartan4911I don’t smoke and never have..so I’m not sure what that would actually look like 😂

@greymarket6834

18 күн бұрын

the way he savors that moment. i feel that

@brianbeilmann2992

17 күн бұрын

Can’t wait to see this car drive soon. Getting that engine started is special. sounds great. engine sounds starting. Heck ya Can’t wait to hear it rip and your experience.

@artmccartan4911

17 күн бұрын

@Stapleton42 not implying that good sir. You just had the look, maybe 2 days and 0 sleep did that

It’s time to hear the glorious symphony of an x-piped, non restricted NASCAR engine. I’ve been looking forward to this. Thanks as always Logan & Stapleton

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thank you Jared!!

@newtonfirefly3584

17 күн бұрын

@@Stapleton42 You certainly know well about appreciating those that assist, help, guide, instruct, teach thus for Your benefit, development too 🙂 Clearly Your parents raised You all with these basic proper attributes, along with Logan's family too. Mitchell, within this video in which You mentioned about E-85, ethanol fuel and affects upon specific fuel system components, though not properly described, the selection of within every component, aspect are vital certainly. Thus, certainly the NASCAR engines were running already [true] E-85, 85% ethanol, along with Fuel Injection systems with electronic control. Thus, afterwards when You began to attempt the first start of the engine, You mentioned fuel priming, which is also common for Fuel Injection with electric or mechanical fuel pumps.. Then You stated about fuel in the carbuerator, 'bowls' [fuel bowls]. Thus, it seemed that You were confused. However within the video at the ending sectioin just prior to and after starting, there seems to be a carbuerator on the op of the intake manifold, to my surprise. Did You remove or disable the EFI system, replace it with a carbuerator, or did You receive the engine in this manner ? If You replaced the EFI with a carbuerator why would any sensible person do this ? is this for racing use, temporary use ? All The Best. Sincerely

You are spot on about building your own car and fabricating your own stuff! When you strap into that car, you will have a piece of mind knowing you did it, and that provides a level of comfort going fast fast!

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Well said!

I understand what you mean when you say that when you build it, you have a deeper connection to it when you drive it! Makes perfect sense!

"Were you drinking when you drilled these holes?" Hilarious, can't wait to see the final part!!

Man I loved the Ron Hornaday video I’m 36 and have always been a huge fan of his always wanted to meet him and know more about him. That video really puts into perspective how he seems to be the type of guy I always imagined him to be!

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Ron is absolutely that guy. He is the working man car guy definition. I learned a lot seeing what he did for that week I was working on the car over there

@MM_in_Havasu

18 күн бұрын

Used to watch Ron Hornaday race at Saugus Speedway on Fri. & Sat. nights back in early-mid '80's. He could drive the wheels off of a race car!

@NeedsLessWedge

17 күн бұрын

Just think, You get to turn wrenches and spend time with a legend.

Man I can tell how proud you are of that car, I would be too. Great job and cant wait for the next one !!!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

I appreciate it!

That silence from you after shutting the car off was deafening!!! We all felt that. To see it all come together after all the meticulous work is awesome man! You did it!! I shed a tear and had a beer for you man. Congrats!!

When the car fired up for the first time you didn’t have to explain it, I know I felt it. Gave me goosebumps too just knowing how it feels for the first time after all that work. Can’t wait for part 3!

I am very happy for you and your crew. It is a lot to do when you are getting a car ready to start for the first time after a major repair. The time, money, physical labor and mental fatigue all combine to make your stomach churn. But the excitement hearing it fire off that first time is a special feeling. Those days are long since gone for me, I am very happy that you are taking us along for the ride so to speak.

@Stapleton42

5 күн бұрын

Thank you Tony!!

I admire you for this building.. Everything has to built overbuilt, for the power going to all parts of a top notch race car. Being patient and particular will be an advantage when you are on the track with the other racers. I wish you well and hoping you make a tremendous impact when you hit the track 👍🏁🙏❤️

@Stapleton42

16 күн бұрын

Thank you Mac!

Greatest satisfaction comes from learning and doing. Bonding between man or woman and machine is real. Keep up the great work.

Enjoyed every second of this. I can’t imagine the feeling you got when that hot ride fired up. Thanks for your transparency and allowing us to see what works and doesn’t work. A lot of us don’t have the means to do what you are doing so the excitement is shared between us and you. Can’t wait for the Hornaday video.

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thank you Mike. I happily represent the Everyman in my quest. I’m an outsider who found a way in and I will do the best I can with that opportunity

"We were sponsored by Miller" Guess I stayed till the end.😉 It's always a mint feeling hearing the engine fire up after all your work.🍻

There is nothing more satisfying than hearing your Dirty Old Detroit Gas Eater fire up for the first time.😁

the oil tank shot, made me think of carl edwards winning vegas with the oil tank lid hanging off

Happy seeing tons of desire and the drive to put in the patience to get it top notch. I'm learning so many details the average race fan can never learn. Good luck with a worthy dream coming true!

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thank you Scott I’m glad to know you enjoy learning the details. Some people just want to hear noises and watch a time lapse 😂

Great video. Ron seems to be a cool guy. I was a big fan of his during his racing days. I'm glad he's doing well. The 42 car is looking good!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you!

For angle cuts you can get a digital angle finder or a carpenters speed square or a framing square or a protractor

Dude, you're building a twisted sister with absolute legends. This is crazzzy! Using an Earnhardt welder, are you kidding me?

It's awesome you are building your own NASCAR.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you Austin!

The engine sounded good 👍 👌

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thank you!

HOOOOHHHH SHIITTT THAT ENGINE SOUNDS GOOD! Way to go, Stapleton and your face tells it all! I'm proud of you dude!

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thank you Mike!

@MikeSkateTV

18 күн бұрын

@@Stapleton42 You are very welcome and you got the legend Ron Horniday working with you as well and bro... I've been having some NASCAR luck thanks to you, it's been helping me through alot and I appriciate you, cheers :D

No need for words Mitch! That expression on your face says it all. That "Eureka!" moment. So bask in all that glory and that sense of accomplishment of the long hours you have put into that racecar! Ya deserve it! ...and how fitting is for me to come across this video today after I just put in 2 days worth of work tearing down my restoration project (GTA Trans Am) that I'm working on right now. I'm about at the halfway point. I can relate to all what you have been going through: the hackery you see, the perfection that you want when you're building your car, and the "argh!" I gotta make this work somehow moments... But in the end it's going to be sooo worth it once you are behind that wheel that only car guys like us, understand! Keep up the great videos! I'll be catching up to them finally now that I got some down time from work.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thanks man I hope your project goes well too 💪🏻

@carrsllccarrillo6507

17 күн бұрын

@@Stapleton42 thank you Mitch! Your vids are motivation & rejuvenated this ol soul to want to continue to work on cars!

Bruh, this is a proud AF moment as a viewer. These videos are truly awesome and sadly I can't think of a way to make them better really. Keep it up!!! 🤯👌 🗿☝🏿 I acknowledge you!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Much appreciated man 💪🏻

You remind me so much of my father ! One of the best mechanics in Miami for years when he was younger. From a D8H Cat Bulldozer to a watch, he could fix anything. And of course, "Anything worth doing, is worth doing right"! He helped all the racers and motor guys in Miami at a place called H.C. Wilcox Machinee Shop on NW27 Ave and the Miami River. 😂He taught everyone. Dad, Banjo Mathews, Eddie, Bobby and Donnie and many more guys that would be famous. Again, you all have the good type of OCD. Like the old saying goes, Luck is where preperation meets oportunity. And oh yeah, a Mopar motor in a Chevrolet makes plenty of sense to me. Bobby used to set up all different makes of cars with a GM front suspension. He had his reasons, and they worked 85 times. Good stuff guys, sounds great. Good luck with you're racing.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you George 💪🏻

Great Job Mitchell - as/or Better captivating as your OLD videos with Uncle Rob or the LSXcallade, (Missed Logan) you have an excellent teaching voice and leaning - once again - EXCELLENT Video

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you DM! Hope you’ve been well I haven’t seen you in the comments in a while!

I definitely believe in the mental connection with your vehicle car , truck, bike whatever

I have always been the type of person who rather build it and know how everything is working together. Every little detail shows your passion and pride in your work. Keep up the awesome work.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you Jeffrey I will!

excited for you brother. anybody can go buy a car done. the dedication and persistence of building your own shit makes it so much better. and your right about taking the small victories when they come!.

The look on your face....... priceless. Good job. Its all worth it.

Ur Meticulus concern about all things race car r a testment to the joy and fun actually working the car brings u its so cool to see this happen fer u and and ur Gal CONGRATES MAN TO U BOTH ur ferocity is intoxicating Mitch Peace my freind stay safe out there

@Stapleton42

14 күн бұрын

Thanks man I appreciate it 💪🏻

Mitchell , your 100 percent correct ; that when you build out your own car , you “know” it and all its characteristics, quirks, strengths, and how to improve it . Many of the younger drivers coming up today only know simulators and couldn’t tell you how to fabricate a race car , which leads to very poor car chief / driver communications and eventually failure . We use to take all winter to build from the ground up our dirt and later asphalt modifieds. We even built 90 percent of our suspension parts , frame , cage ….. gussets, everything, and for sure we knew our cars and what they could do ! It’s almost a lost skill , keep it in your toolbox and you will always be one step ahead of those who don’t learn all the ins and outs of fabrication. Really enjoying the videos , they are just fine the way they are !

You don't need words man, I felt that look, cuz I've had the same one! NOTHING compares! Nice work.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

🫡

You asked how to improve your videos. Your videos are top-notch it would be very hard for you to improve on what you're doing. I would like to see you run the front caliper brake duct coolers. I have enjoyed watching all your series and especially this one. Keep up the good work I always look forward to whenever you sign on and with a new video God bless stay safe. 👍👍👍👍

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you Steve I appreciate it!

By building your own car, you know it from the soul outward. Good for you Mitchell.

going to the Pocono NASCAR race this weekend gonna have to wear my Stapleton race day shirt. one of the best shirts i own

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Heck yeah!

That was a feel good moment 👍. Now excuse me for saying this, some like it and some don't, but I remember when DW said it the first time; BOOGITY, BOOGITY, BOOGITY, LET'S GO RACING !!!!

You know I stayed till the end! That’s how it used to be, bud. This adventure is freakin rad, dude. Thanks again for bringing us along.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thanks man I’m glad you’re here for it and appreciate your membership too 🫡

gonna make me shed a tear. bunch of hard work you’ve put into it.

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Much appreciated sir 🫡

Bro I love how you build up the excitement at the end. Like I can’t friggin wait to see the next Ron Hornaday video. Btw I’m a welder fabricator myself been doing that for about 18 years

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you Jared!!

I would absolutely love to do this kinda thing one of these days. The problem is I’d have no clue where to start! 😂 Good stuff! Looking forward to seeing this thing on track!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thanks man! I didn’t have a clue either. Just gotta start asking and trust someone!

Great job on the build! Cool project, cool story. Glad you let us ride along!

@Stapleton42

16 күн бұрын

Thanks man!

How cool would it be if you'll be racing against Jeremy Mayfield,he races in the Grand National Super Series !!!

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

I will be! Jeremy is really cool and looking forward to learning from him

Dzus (zoos) If you are having al welding prob's remember.....clean,clean,clean. I used to clean all weld areas with a new, dry, scotchbrite pad. when I stated doing that, a lot of my al welding issues went away.

When looks and functionality just come together it's just a good feeling, I've thought before I'm lucky i stubbled on figuring that out, people are gonna think I'm a genius

I know what that 45 seconds of footage after it hit on all 8 feels like. Hell of job young man!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Nothing more exciting and satisfying than firing up engine for 1st time. You have much more self control than me because I would have to rev up engine before turning it off. Great job. Thanks Logan and Mitchell

Dude, I had an Evernham Cup R5 in a street driven 69 Dart in 2012. Awesome engines

Good job Team looking at this takes me back to the up and downs of puting a race car together .All those people out there puting there dream together in there garage at home . There a saying i pick up from a go karter .Dreams dont work unless you do So cheers to both of u enjoying your work

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Well said 💪🏻

There’s a concept called mechanical sympathy. Basically, a driver who understands the vehicle and how it works and how it’s built, will understand how hard to push it. I believe Jackie Stewart coined it

Good stuff man, love the attention to detail and explanation. This build is gonna be sick! Also big ups for not acting like a typical car channel hypebeast. I appreciate the unforced, down-to-earth narration.

@Stapleton42

15 күн бұрын

Thank you and well said. I’m not an actor and don’t try to be 😂

Brother I'm excited. It hits different when you bring it together from scratch.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

It really does

The first startup! Can't wait to see it rip.

This needs to be seen by more people ! Great job ! Love the videos. All the videos in fact

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

I agree! Hopefully they’ll find this video with time 😂

I will say I have a big Tim Allen from Tool Time grunt when that engine fired up

I felt that moment of silence after the start up. That’s that humble pride a gift from God.

First Fire is always SOOOOO good! Congratulations! Hard work and attention to detail paid off. Well done!

What Hornaday too??? You have all of the legends hanging out!!!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Somehow 😂

@Brad_James

17 күн бұрын

@@Stapleton42 It means that you are doing something right!!!

Mitch if you and Logan want to see something impressive, next time you go to California go to San Diego and visit Pete Aardema and Kevin Brauns shop. They build land speed cars for bonneville, and they also build engines literally from scratch handmade.

My Dad had a 2 litre Can-Am car and the cell was behind and to the right of the driver. They were fun to remove, clean and replace. A real treat!

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

That sounds like a blast

That was an awesome vid! I feel you, building the machine and then racing it gives you a certain connection to it.

Also for angles on tubing and pipe, the local dude that fabricates a lot of the cages made himself a jig and a hydraulic tubing notcher . Had a foot pump, to pump the hydraulic jack, while he held the tubes. He also made a bender similarly. It cut the tubes at perfect angles and notched sides so the tubes would line up perfectly and hug each other, for clean, strong welds. Those held up and saved lots of folks life and limb, mine and his included. There are probably some for purchase, but this was back before amazon and ebay was much of a.thing.

This much time, work, money...I'd have to just make it a show car. I know my luck and soon as I hit the track it would be ruined. Hat's off to you for it.

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thanks man. That’s the risk you take. The same risk everyone takes when they build a racecar. It will get messed up at some point. That’s why I made a mold of the entire nose and fenders to make redoing it a less painful process 😂

Can’t wait to see your finished car. Really excited for you!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thanks man!

Whoot Whoot!!! You are almost too chill about that start up. 😂 I was more excited when the Kevin Harvick #29 started up when I got to drive it at Texas Motor Speedway. I do get being rendered a bit speechless after a lot of work to get there though. Keep up the good work you 2!!!

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you Chad!

Hell yeah brutha. Ain't nothing like trying to get something new to fire. Panicking a little bit, finding the problems and busting it off finally for the first time. It can make a grin you can't take off your face, and your cheeks hurt from smiling so wide when the America coming out the pipes

This is so awesome I love watching how they used to do things

Dude, I bet this baby was fun to build! And yes, when you build it yourself, you do develop a connection with the car. You also know the car better. So when you're driving it and feeling the car, you know every inch and can tell what it is that you're feeling.

It’s absolutely mind boggling all the intricate details that go into building a race car. No wonder the big teams have so many engineers working on all the systems of a car. Great video.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thanks Doug!

Loved it!! I'm so looking forward to seeing what you do at Ron's shop & whenever you make your 1st laps!! I've really enjoyed watching you build this car & the attention to detail you've put into each & every part of the car!! I'm a firm believer that the more you know about your car the better the car is going to perform!!

How did you not lose your mind when it fired? I was giddy for you, man! This series is priceless. I can’t wait to see it done! Side note: I’ve seen pictures of a GNSS lineup and your car is going to be the nicest thing on site by a mile in comparison.

@Stapleton42

16 күн бұрын

I enjoyed the moment internally 😂 yes I agree there isn’t much focus on the way the car looks in that series currently

I can’t wait to see you on the track racing that thing

when im on deutsch duty i will call my self the Deustch bag, the shop im in pronunces it closer to Dutch. oohh math spacing things, but so goddamn worth it, so happy seeing you build shit again! and no, you dont sound stupid, its insightful man.

Great video! I got the chills when it cranked! Great job👍

I have goosebumps too Mitchell. That is so awesome you worked so hard and overcame so much to make this project work. Can't wait to see Hornaday in the next one. Maybe we will get some more Dale Sr stories. Can't wait! 😂

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Thank you Jason!

Looking forward to your latest video

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Heck yeah!!

Gonna be so fun when she’s ready to rip! the attention to detail is the best bit 😎

I Like Chevrolet Small Block V8 Engine From The 50s 70s 80s And Early 90s In My Opinion Thanks For Uploading

You deserved a good pat on the back after the first start! congratulations!

@Stapleton42

15 күн бұрын

Thank you!

No better feeling than the first fire up of hot rod. Congrats!

I love that Monte Carlo body and your paint scheme. I've been watching you since the beginning. You and the beautiful Logan are really intelligent. It's great watching you grow into fabricators and builders.I really want to see Logan building her Mustang. Both of you make me have hope in the younger generations, going forward. This wotld needs more people like y'all. I'm down here in S.E. Louisiana watching your awesome videos in 102F heat 🥵 🔥. I will be buying more merch to help you along. Everyone hit that like button to help them out. It's free.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Thank you very much 🫡 we will do our best to be positive influences on the younger kids

Initial fire up is always stressful. Building your own race car is more than worth it. Never thought of the leaf blower trick.

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

It was just easier than compressed air in my case but probably more dangerous as pointed out by someone else in the comments lol

This is similar going from the v carburetor to the regular carb on an 83 Ltd with all them vacuum lines.i found some of the lines in wrong places and I wondered how it ran & didn't blow up.i figured it out looking at vacuum diagrams in books and got good acceleration and idle after all of that.finding a fuel tank was a challenge too.

This is a fantastic build. You are doing a great job.

@Stapleton42

16 күн бұрын

Thank you!

For your valve cover T: swap the valve covers left to right. That pits the fittings in the back. Then you can run a single hose under the intake and a simple inline bulkhead T fitting. Use a line clamp to hold the T to the valley plate.

Back when i was 16 or so I wrapped a header in shorts, a t shirt and no gloves. A week later i had the courage to wrap the 2nd header.... With 2 long sleeves, jeans and two pairs of rubber gloves 😂 I will NEVER wrap anything in fiberglass ever again

Don't beat yourself up, welding aluminum can be difficult. You're doing a great job!

@Stapleton42

16 күн бұрын

Always room for improvement I beat myself up every time to make the next one better 😂

A driver who knows how their car actually works is most definitely a BETTER DRIVER vs the guy who doesn’t!! FACTS 🏁

You can wrap the metal braided hoses in painters tape then cut through the tape and the metal fibers won't fly everywhere.

Pumped for you dude!

Be safe and careful take care of yourself and your family and enjoy your weekend!!

@Stapleton42

14 күн бұрын

Thank you John!

The tinniest details make a big difference

@Stapleton42

18 күн бұрын

Absolutely 🙌🏻

Attention to detail is key, great job I know those hoses are a pain 😮 and awesome it runs

Everyone has a method to their madness! Looks good Mitchell!

So for the stainless braided line i have to make them at my work for air compressor discharge lines on semi trucks and and the best thing I found is using 3/4" wide anti tamper tape which basically has strings inside it and when you cut it acutually holds the wire from fraying from the heat vs using electrical tape

@Stapleton42

17 күн бұрын

Great idea!

Titanium / "lava rock" header wrap, esp a high quality brand, is 90% less itchy. I will never go back to fiberglass wrap after using a high quality product. Makes a world of a difference.

@Stapleton42

5 күн бұрын

I agree completely

Thats bad azz using the battery leaf blower to pressurize the cell and prime lines.. very nice..

Doy-ch connectors.. 😂😂😂, I like the douche reference 😂😂

@daverich267

18 күн бұрын

Glad I looked. I was going to comment doytch as in Spreken ze....😅 love the content @stapleton42

@justinmoore3140

18 күн бұрын

So named because the gentleman who owned the company was named Deutsch not because they are German.

@daverich267

17 күн бұрын

Yes to them named for the last name of the inventor. A name of German origin even if the individual doesn't ID as a German. I was just putting it in context of a way Mitchell might have heard it. Not unlike someone having the last name of English